The future of the inbound supply chain: implementing electronic data exchange (EDE)
The COVID-19 pandemic, geopolitical unrest, and military action across the world, have fundamentally disrupted the assumption and practice of a globally interconnected supply chain, cutting off cities and global supply hubs, pressurising raw material supplies and stocks. These global events continue to put pressure on a model of an inbound supply chain that has its roots in ‘just in time’ lean manufacturing practices.Â
Supply chain experts have said that in future:Â
- Supply chains need to re-shape themselves with a focus on resilience and flexibilityÂ
- This will require embracing an agile practice and mindset alongside lean manufacturing principlesÂ
- Procurement needs to embrace resilience and not simply costÂ
- Supply chain innovation is essential for future business successÂ
- Deep collaboration along the supply chain will be the enabler of that innovation.Â
This paper proposes that shared and electronic data exchange (EDE) is a cornerstone of this collaboration and innovation. That is why BioPhorum Supply Partner has identified end-to-end digitization as of one of its five strategic objectives for the inbound supply strategy.Â
This paper will:Â
- Demystify EDEÂ
- Set out its importance for supply chain effectivenessÂ
- Capture its value and benefitsÂ
- Help people understand the practical enablers and maturity pathÂ
- Lay out a future path of development.Â
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It is aimed at senior sponsors and executive teams in biomanufacturers and suppliers who are either contemplating or at the start of improving digital communication across partnerships. It will also be useful for internal supplier and biomanufacturing teams seeking to improve digital communication.Â
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